Under My Skin Fun Activities

Map of Africa and the Middle East

Find and compare maps of Africa and the Middle East at three distinct periods of World History. Specifically, look at a map of those regions: a)In 1913 - before the outbreak of World War I; b) In 1919 - after World War I; and c) In 1948 - after World War II. How did those areas change during Lessing's lifetime?

Telegram

Write a telegram from the bank to Lessing's father, detailing the terms of his posting in Persia.

Newspaper

Pretend that you are a journalist living in Southern Rhodesia at the end of World War II. Write a newspaper article proclaiming the end of the War from your perspective as a Southern Rhodesian writer.

Diary

Imagine that you are Lessing's mother. Write a diary entry about your voyage to Southern Rhodesia. Discuss the changes in your life, the issues of moving across the...